Senior Quality Technician

Job Description Job Description Description: Location: Johnson Creek, WI Employment Type: 1st shift, 6:00am to 2:30pm Monday through Friday. Flexible, plus some weekends as needed. Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Key Responsibilities Inspection & Testing: Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections on machined parts using precision measuring instruments. Metrology & Tools: Operate and calibrate precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, optical compactors, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM). Blueprint Reading & GD&T: Interpret complex engineering drawings and blueprints, including Geometric Dimension and Tolerating (GD&T). Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed inspection records, compile, and submit quality documentation, such as First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and PPAP packages. Non-Conformance Management: Identify, document, and quarantine non-conforming (defective) material, participating in Material Review Board (MRB) efforts. Process Improvement: Assist engineers in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to reduce defects. Shop Floor Support: Collaborate with machinists to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Working Conditions Typically on-site in a machine shop environment, requiring frequent time on the production floor. Must be able to stand for long periods, walk, and lift up to 30–50 lbs. Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed shoes. Requirements: Qualifications Required Education & Experience Education: High School Diploma or GED required. An Associate degree in a technical field (machine tool technology, engineering technology, or quality assurance) is highly preferred. Experience: 1–3+ years of experience in quality control or inspection within a metal machining or manufacturing environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and GD&T. Preferred Skills & Certifications CMM Experience: Experience with CMM programming (e.g., Zeiss, Keyence, Mitutoyo). Software: Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel for data analysis) and quality management software. Machining Experience: 1-3+ years working on / with CNC machines, Robotic cells Knowledge: Understanding of ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949, and Statistical Process Control (SPC). AIAG or other Experience in APQP and PPAPs, Gage R&R & Capability testing. Mechanically Inclined: Applicant has strong mechanical understanding of parts andassembly including the ability to assess, disassemble and reassemble precision instruments. Key Competencies Attention to Detail: Ability to detect minor defects or slight deviations from specifications. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to determine the root cause of defects. Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical issues to production staff and management.